Facilities Specialist, UM Campus Dining

About the role

The Facilities Specialist will perform custodial work or responsibilities at the Lodge Dining Center. Duties include leading and supervising temporary and student staff, adjusting tasks as needed, assisting with inventory and equipment, and providing support to staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise temporary and student staff members
• Adjust tasks and priorities as needed for sick calls and special cleaning projects
• Assist the Lodge Facilities Manager with inventory and stocking of cleaning supplies and equipment
• Act as a liaison between staff and students, addressing cleaning challenges and opportunities
• Support and assist team members

Requirements

• High school education/GED or equivalent and 3 months minimum experience in custodial work
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain a safe work environment
• Read instructions, safety information, policies and procedures; and communicate clearly written/verbal
• Ability to remain productive in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively work independently and as a team member
• Maintain appropriate records

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of directly related cleaning experience, or a combination of experience (custodial and supervisory) and education
• One (1) year supervisory experience
• Extensive knowledge of cleaning equipment and chemicals
• Extensive knowledge of proper, safe chemical handling
• Excellent guest service
• Demonstrate leadership abilities

Physical Requirements

• Lifting: Floor to knuckle height, 80 pounds. 12 inches to 40 inches, 60 pounds. Floor to 60 inches, 50 pounds. Floor to 48 inches, 60 pounds. Floor to overhead, 5 pounds sustained, with both hands.
• Carrying: 2 handed front carry 80 pounds for 10 feet.
• Pushing and pulling forces required (during the use of cleaning equipment): 25 pounds, handling janitor’s cart 5 pounds.
• Pushing and pulling forces required (handling, pushing and pulling classroom and office furniture, file cabinets, and equipment): 60 pounds sustained at waist level.
• Static trunk forward bending and twisting from a standing, crouching or kneeling position while using tools.
• Reaching with your arms in all directions, including overhead with 5 pounds in both hands, sustained.
• Working overhead from various positions (standing, squatting, and kneeling).
• Balance when climbing and working on a ladder.
• Use of various hand grip circumferences and firm hand grip positions while manipulating various tools and equipment (maximum 50 pounds).

Benefits

• Insurance package
• Mandatory retirement plan
• Partial tuition waiver
• Wellness program

Additional Information

Position Number: 101060
Bargaining Unit: FOCUS-MFPE
Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), 12 months/year, typical schedule hours 4:00pm-12:30am
Probationary Period: Six (6) months minimum

Application Instructions

A Complete Application Includes Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience
Three (3) Professional References – names and contact information